Jewelry by Culture

Although distinct monuments drew the attention of historians, archaeologists and ethnographists, the history of jewelry art of Central Asia has been researched unevenly. Therefore, elaboration on the suggested theme can unravel unknown pages of birth, establishment and development of this ancient craft, centers of jewelry workshops and unique signs of the individuality of its masters.

From Eberdingen-Hochdorf (Baden-Württemberg) Germany, circa 530. Includes bronze drinking horn, serpentine fibulae, golden shoe ornaments, gold neck ring, gold belt cover, cauldron with lions, and more.

A brief article describing characteri stic jewellery of the Mordvins, a Finno-Ugri c tribe, with examples from the 10-19th centuries, that are often mistaken for Viking Age pieces. PDF format.